KEWOTA’s Array of Opportunities for Women Teachers

For far too long, women teachers in Kenya grappled with the absence of a dedicated support structure tailored to address their unique challenges within the education sector. Issues such as Gender-Based Violence (GBV), career progression hurdles, maternal concerns, and various other female-specific needs were often left unresolved, adversely affecting productivity and hindering career growth.

Enter Kenya Women Teachers Association (KEWOTA), a guardian angel that arrived precisely when needed. KEWOTA stands as a beacon of support, safeguarding the rights of women teachers, addressing personal issues, and paving the way for limitless professional development.

Opportunities Unveiled for Women Teachers through KEWOTA

1. Side Income Through Online Tutoring

• KEWOTA members now have the opportunity to earn extra income conveniently from home through Roodito, an online tutoring platform. Weekly payouts directly to MPESA are facilitated, allowing members to capitalize on their skills and contribute to their financial well-being.

2. Insurance

• The fully registered KEWOTA insurance agency, in collaboration with major underwriters, educates members on insurance intricacies. Offering advice on policies, the agency ensures members receive optimal insurance coverage, simplifying the claims process.

3. Microfinance

• KEWOTA’s microfinance initiative, a pinnacle of shared services, empowers independent modern women. Customized financial products provide women teachers with additional income streams, aligning with their aspirations and objectives.

4. Table Banking

• Table banking groups create a dependable income source, reducing reliance on salaries alone. Access to small loans at low-interest rates fosters better financial habits, contributing to the group’s growth and creating investment opportunities.

5. Mentorship and Sponsorship

• KEWOTA’s capacity-building initiatives foster mentorship, sponsorship, and a robust support system. This initiative ensures junior staff receives guidance and support from more experienced colleagues, irrespective of gender.

6. Career Development

• Actively empowering women teachers, KEWOTA encourages diversification and positions in unions and public service, enhancing job satisfaction and fostering inclusive decision-making.

7. Development Opportunities

• KEWOTA coordinates projects promoting women’s economic empowerment and equality, ranging from water tank projects to shared services, providing a holistic approach to development.

8. Digified Retirement

• KEWOTA ensures dignified retirements through life skills training, investments, and support with essential needs such as clean water, universal health coverage, and habitable housing.

9. Leadership

• Serving as a space for women teachers to network and share information, KEWOTA actively promotes leadership roles. This includes capacity building as regional peace ambassadors, volunteering initiatives, and nationally integrated exchange programs bridging ethnic gaps.

A Legacy of Empowerment

Established in 2007 by visionary women teachers, KEWOTA has evolved into the most vibrant teachers association in Kenya. With over 80,000 members nationwide, KEWOTA remains committed to its core mandate, supporting women teachers, empowering young girls, driving transformative programs, and forging partnerships with local and international industry leaders.

Join the Kenya Women Teachers Association today and be a part of a community that empowers, uplifts, and transforms the landscape for women teachers in Kenya. KEWOTA: Empowering Women, Transforming Lives.